Ancient Physician Case

Legal dispute centered on the refusal to perform a craniotomy proposed by physician Hua Tuo.

1. Execution of Hua Tuo

2. Jurisdiction: China (Eastern Han Dynasty) (Circa 208 AD)
3. Original Case: 华佗被诛案
4. VictimsHua TuoDefendantsCao CaoDefense AttorneysXun YuJudgesCao CaoInstitutionsHan Dynasty Imperial Court
5. Case Tags: Historical Chinese Case;Medical Malpractice Allegation;Political Execution;Ancient Physician Case